By Liam Rafferty
This Saturday marks the annual Non-League Day across the country, and if you’re based in the North East, here’s a rundown of the local fixtures you won’t want to miss!
Non-League Day takes place during the international break when the top-flight clubs are on a break.
It’s all about supporting lower-league teams and giving fans the chance to experience the exciting atmosphere of non-league football.
With Newcastle United, Sunderland, and Middlesbrough not playing this weekend, it’s the perfect opportunity to head to a non-league local match.
National League
Gateshead, who are in the playoff hunt, will play at home against mid-table Tamworth at the Gateshead International Stadium.
Ticket prices are £22 for adults, £17 for seniors, £12 for young adults and £7 for children.
Hartlepool United will face off against relegation-threatened Boston United.
Currently ten points off both the playoffs and the relegation zone, but with a few other teams having games in hand, every point counts for Pools.
Ticket prices are £22 for adults, £16 for seniors, students, and young adults, £11 for under-18s, £6 for under-14s, and under-5s go free.
National League North
Two exciting matches are happening in this league in the North East this weekend.
Darlington, still pushing for a playoff spot, will host relegation-threatened Rushall Olympic.
Ticket prices are £16 for adults, £12 for seniors, students, disabled fans, and young adults, £6 for juniors, and under-12s can enter for free in the standing zone (seated tickets are more expensive).
Spennymoor Town, also aiming for the playoffs, will face off against Farsley Celtic.
Ticket prices are £15 for adults, £10 for seniors and students, and £5 for under-18s.
Northern Premier Division
There are two North East home games in this league.
Hebburn Town have a tough task ahead as they face third-place Guiseley.
To mark Non-League Day, Hebburn is offering a special deal: £5 for adults, £2 for 16-18 year-olds, and free entry for under-16s.
Stockton Town will host Ilkeston Town, with both teams in the top six.
Ticket prices are £11 for adults, £5 for children, and £3 for under-11s.
There are plenty of other non-league fixtures across the North East and the country this Saturday, so be sure to check out your local club and show your support for the non-league scene!
